142: Chapter 141: Zoro and Shimotsuki Ryoma, Qiushui finally changes its ownerAfter this battle, the terrifying three-masted ship was reduced to ruins, with broken walls everywhere and no intact place left.
The Straw Hat Pirates helped place Moriah's body in a coffin, which also gave Perona some psychological comfort.
Perona was still in a very depressed mood:
"Wow, wow, wow, Kumasi, what should we do next!"
The huge teddy bear wrapped in bandages beside her was comforting Perona clumsily.The man and the bear snuggled up to each other and glanced at the Straw Hat Pirates.
"You.you guys want to recruit me?I'm not good at fighting."
Perona glanced at Luffy nervously.In her mind, Moria had indeed entrusted her to this group of former enemies before his death.This world was truly strange.But she still felt that she was a captive, and she didn't dare to refuse or agree easily.
Luffy said calmly:
"No rush.Ghost Girl Perona, we specifically want to capture you, not to ask you to join us.I'm sure you would have considerable resistance in your heart to join us, not to mention that you are not suitable for our team."
Perona's heart moved slightly and she cautiously tested Luffy:
"So.what exactly do you want to do?"
Robin said in a gentle and soothing tone:
"Perona, calm down first.We'll probably have to talk about this later.You're not in the right mood to make a decision right now.Don't you agree, Luffy?"
Luffy said leisurely:
"Ah~ Yes!We just need to wait for them on this island.I can sense that they have already entered this sea area.The massive battle that took place here will surely lead them here."
"Now, let's go check on Zoro and Brook!"
Perona was a little confused:
"Huh?Huh?"
While Perona was stunned, Nami decisively pulled Perona to catch up with Luffy.
In the open space not far away.
Zoro sat on the ground, while Brook lay on the ground with his legs spread out in an ungraceful manner to rest.
"Yo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo, Mr.Zoro really knows how to force people!This Mr.Ryoma is already dead.Now that my shadow has returned and Gekko Moriah's ability has lost its effect, he doesn't have much time left in this world."
Brook was slightly out of breath, as if he had overexerted himself.
Longma half-lying on the broken wall said casually:
"Hahahahaha, I have no regrets at all for being able to witness such a battle, to fight against Mr.Brook who [defeated me], and to see a swordsman like Mr.Zoro in this era."
Ryoma glanced at the Straw Hat Pirates members who had come over and smiled:
"It seems your companions have already solved everything."
Luffy walked up and said hello:
"Hello, I'm Monkey D.Luffy, captain of the Straw Hat Adventurers.Nice to meet you, [Dragon Slayer] Shimotsuki Ryoma-san."
"Sanji."
"Nami."
"Usopp."
"Ah~ I'm Franky~"
…
Everyone reported their names one by one.
Long Ma laughed and said:
"It seems like all of you younger generations are so amazing!"
The name Shimotsuki Ryoma is a lofty belief for the citizens of Wano Country in the New World.
Many years ago, when Wano Country had not yet closed its doors to the outside world and was prosperous and strong, the name of Ryoma Shimotsuki intimidated countless powerful and villainous people who coveted Wano Country.
Because Shimotsuki Ryoma slew a giant dragon in front of the people of Wano, this achievement also led to his remains and his sword, the famous sword "Akisui" that has become the "Black Sword", being permanently enshrined in Wano.
Unfortunately, Ryoma Shimotsuki's body and Shusui were later stolen by Moria, and he was transformed into a zombie by Moria and Haugeback.The people of Wano have never been able to recover Ryoma Shimotsuki's body and sword because of their closed-door policy.
Zoro said with some regret:
"I could have fought against a great swordsman like you, but now, after the battle with Brook, I have exhausted all my strength and have to return to the underworld.It's really a pity."
Shimotsuki Ryoma smiled carefreely:
"Hehehe, Mr.Zoro, don't worry about it.Although I would love to fight you, there is nothing I can do since the current situation no longer allows it."
"Besides, Mr.Zoro is also a Black Blade swordsman!Even I can't guarantee that I could defeat Mr.Zoro in his prime.Mr.Zoro was so young and promising, and the later generations haven't fallen behind!At least when I was alive, I was far inferior to Mr.Zoro in my youth."
When Zoro arrived, Ryoma realized that this swordsman was a rare talent even in his lifetime, and it would be a great thing if he could fight him in his prime.
However, as a deceased being, Shimotsuki Ryoma no longer possesses the formidable strength of his former self, and his vestigial remains, weathered by the passage of time, simply cannot withstand the power of his prime.Having already forcibly activated it once against Brook, his body was on the verge of collapse.If it were to happen again, even his soul would likely dissipate completely.
Zoro was silent for a moment and sighed:
"Well, I've had my [Wado Ichimonji] sword refined into a black blade for some time now, and I've also long mastered [Ryuo] Haki.Mr.Ryoma, in your prime, you were also able to use [Hauohaku Entanglement], right?"
Zoro said as he demonstrated how to use Conqueror's Haki's entanglement.
Long Ma was slightly startled:
"Oh?This technique in this era is called [Houohaku Haki Entanglement]?You have reached such a high level at such a young age, it is really exciting to see!"
Everyone looked at each other, but tacitly did not interrupt the conversation between the two.
Sauron said:
"In this era, besides me, there are several other masters who have reached the level of [Great Swordsman].Not lonely at all!"
There was a hint of sadness in Longma's tone:
"Roronoa Zoro, I really wanted to fight a strong man like you in your time.But now, I can know that this world is always moving forward, and I can see strong men like you gathered together.I don't have any regrets."
"After all, the dead shouldn't interfere too much in the affairs of the afterlife, haha.I'm already dead, so why would I care about the floods after my death?"
Ryoma turned and looked at Brook:
"Mr.Brook, you have defeated your former self and your own shadow.I wish you the same prosperity in the future."
Brook bowed and said:
"Yohohohoho, thank you Mr.Longma for your kindness!"
At this time, Ryoma raised [Autumn Water] and asked Zoro:
"Mr.Zoro, this is also the famous sword [Shushui] from the [Twenty-first Works of Great Industry].I refined it into a black sword when I was still alive."
"You are also a Black Blade swordsman.Although you may not be able to use someone else's Black Blade, I still want to entrust it to you.It will not disgrace its reputation."
Sauron also hesitated and said:
"Senior Longma, you know that if it's not my own Black Blade, it will be difficult to use."
Zoro did not continue speaking, as he was unwilling to refuse the favor of the Dragon Slayer.
Longma shook his head and said:
"Don't worry, Lord Zoro.With my approval, Qiu Shui will naturally not resist you.I am already a dead soul.It would be a pity to let Qiu Shui be buried forever."
"Mr.Zoro, I entrust this famous sword to you!"
The Qiu Shui sword made a slight humming sound, as if trying to keep its owner.
"Okay then!Qiu Shui, I did accept it!"
Zoro solemnly took the sword handed to him by Ryoma.
"Well, this way, I have no regrets!"
Ryoma sighed.
Luffy interrupted at this moment:
"Wait, Mr.Ryoma.There's no need to rush back to the Pure Land.We can help preserve your body in ice and send it back to Wano Country for burial in the future.After all, it would be hard to accept if your body was exposed in a foreign country."
Long Ma raised his empty eyes and said, "Then I'll leave it to you!"
Luffy continued:
"There's one more thing, Mr.Ryoma.After your death, the people of Wano Country posthumously named your body and sword as national treasures, and they worshipped them day and night.However, they were later stolen by Moria, and Wano Country has never been able to recover them."
"The people of Wano Country have been isolated since your passing, and now it's been occupied by Kaido, the Beast King.The people of Wano Country are in dire straits!"
Longma was shocked:
"Is this true?How could they be so stupid!Offering the body is fine, but the [Black Blade] Qiu Shui was meant to be used in battle!How could it be left on the altar to enjoy the incense and worship?If it can't kill the enemy, wouldn't this famous sword be buried!"
"And you won't even draw this sword and fight when we're occupied by the enemy?Foolish!"
Luffy said seriously:
"Mr.Ryoma, we will also go to liberate Wano Country in the future.That is our only way.But now this famous sword [Ashumiya] is in Zoro's possession, and the people of Wano Country will definitely demand it back.We don't want this famous sword to be placed on the altar again, only for people to admire!"
Longma waved his hand:
"That's fine.Since you're also going to Wano Country, I'll leave my [intention] on the [Autumn Water].With this, the people of Wano Country won't dare to embarrass you!Wano Country also implores you to reopen it!"
Well, that's good.We'll take all the famous swords we encounter in the future!
Luffy nodded and said firmly:
"Yes.I had this plan too!Brook, you can also help me use the awakened power of the Yomizu Fruit to retain a trace of Mr.Ryoma's soul on [Autumn Water].In the future, Mr.Ryoma will witness a better tomorrow for Wano Country together!"
Longma couldn't help but feel a thousand emotions, and his soul light gradually extinguished:
"Younger generations, everything is left to you!"
After a remnant of Longma's soul was retained in Qiu Shui, Vivi also helped to freeze Longma's body, created an ice coffin and placed it in the space of the Menmen Fruit.
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